Poland:
On November 11, 2023, thousands participated in the 'Independence March' in Warsaw. This event is held annually to celebrate Poland's Independence Day and is described as the "largest patriotic demonstration in Europe."
Hungary:
Hungary's ruling party announced plans to introduce a bill in parliament aimed at establishing an office to investigate activities that threaten Hungary's sovereignty. This includes the foreign funding of political parties.
Hungary has requested the European Commission to take action against Bulgaria over a new fee imposed on Russian gas transit shipments. This request was made by EU affairs minister Janos Boka, expressing strong criticism from Hungary and Serbia regarding Bulgaria's new transit fee on Russian gas.